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With one game to go in the group stage of the U-20 World Cup, plenty of storylines already surround the U.S. team. Many people have questioned U.S. head coach Tab Ramos’ selections at center back, while DeAndre Yedlin’s sublime performance against France and Luis Gil’s superb goal against Spain have also grabbed headlines. However, as the team enters its final match of the group stage...
Published: June 25, 2013
Australia have qualified for the 2014 World Cup in Brazil after an up-and-down campaign that saw them confirm their place with a 1-0 win over Iraq on June 18. German coach Holger Osieck has been on the receiving end of substantial criticism from Australian media and fans since taking charge of the Socceroos, based on lackluster results, his mistrust of younger players and the side’s sometimes...
Published: June 25, 2013
The 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil is less than a year away, and that means speculation about who will be on the 23-man United States roster for the tournament is as healthy as it will be in the next year. Some first-team regulars like Jozy Altidore, Michael Bradley and Tim Howard are locks to make the trip down to South America, but who else deserves a chance to play on the world’s biggest stage? Here...
Published: June 25, 2013
With half-an-hour gone in Portugal’s opening match of the 2013 FIFA U-20 World Cup in Turkey, Joao Mario spotted Bruma’s sneaky, well-timed run on the edge of the Nigeria box, sent him a perfectly weighted pass and watched as his teammate glided through the area before delivering a low, hard finish with his right foot to open the scoring. The goal, and the carbon copy of it that proved...
Published: June 25, 2013
None of the four major sports franchises in Washington have won a championship since the 1991 Redskins captured the Super Bowl; however, the Kastles of World Team Tennis (WTT) have been a saving grace for the District—all thanks to owner Mark Ein. Ein has been an investor, entrepreneur and company-builder for 20 years, but has been wearing the hat of tennis team owner and ambassador for...
Published: June 25, 2013
Wimbledon’s prestige comes from its longevity. Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, dating all the way back to 1877. When you win at the event, you are part of a history that extends past a century. The tournament has also witnessed some of the greatest tennis players to ever play this game. That includes Roger Federer, Pete Sampras and the late Brit William Renshaw, who have...
Published: June 25, 2013
The 2013 Confederations Cup has reached the semi-finals stage, and so far the tournament has produced few surprises. Hosts Brazil have cruised, topping their group with three wins. Italy did what Italy does (i.e., just enough) and scraped through with the narrow wins over Mexico and Japan before conceding the top spot in Group B with a 4-2 loss to Brazil in their final fixture. Meanwhile, in Group...
Published: June 25, 2013
If Day 2 at Wimbledon is anything like the crazy opening day of play at the All England Club, it’s going to be must-see TV. French Open champion Rafael Nadal was stunned by world No. 135 Steve Darcis in a day that was marked by upsets as World No. 11 Stanislas Wawrinka and No. 5 Sara Errani also met shocking early exits. Day 2 provides another day full of stars aiming to get off to...
Published: June 25, 2013
Some seeds refuse to grow, even when planted in the lush grass of the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club. While Roger Federer, Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal largely live up to lofty expectations, a startling number of seeded players simply resist blooming in London. Though upsets are part of the excitement and attraction of all Grand Slams, the men’s draw cannot be too far off in its...
Published: June 25, 2013
The Group stage of the Confederations Cup is beyond us, and the four remaining teams now approach the business end of the competition. The early stages of the contest brought a number of fascinating, engrossing clashes and football of the highest order. There were also a series of outstanding performances from players across the spectrum of competing teams. This article profiles five of the players...